1966 Ford Zephyr vs. 1993 Nissan Serena
To start off, 1993 Nissan Serena is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan Serena (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (113 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Serena should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Serena weights approximately 200 kg more than 1966 Ford Zephyr. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Ford Zephyr (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Serena. (169 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1966 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Zephyr | 1993 Nissan Serena | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Zephyr | Serena |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2740 mm |
